Solar & Battery Site Electrical Engineer

Company Description

AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies with about 19,000 experts working across the world to create sustainable solutions for future generations. In South East Asia, we are a leading power sector consulting engineering company executing our regional consultancy and engineering assignments from our power sector consulting offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Hanoi, Singapore, Pune, Noida and Taipei. In total, we have multinational staff of more than 500 working in power generation field in Asia.

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Site Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team in the Philippines.

Job Description

The Solar & Battery Site Electrical Engineer is responsible for supervising and ensuring correct installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems for solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. This role ensures all electrical works are executed in compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and Philippine electrical regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Installation Supervision

• Supervise installation of DC and AC cabling, combiner boxes, inverters, transformers, switchgear, and battery systems.

• Ensure electrical works follow approved drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications.

• Coordinate daily electrical activities with civil and mechanical teams.

Testing & Commissioning

• Perform and witness insulation resistance tests, continuity tests, grounding tests, and functional checks.

• Support inverter, transformer, protection relay, and battery system commissioning.

• Assist in grid synchronization and utility interconnection activities.

Quality Assurance / Quality Control

• Review and implement Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

• Conduct site inspections and raise non-conformance reports (NCRs) when required.

• Ensure proper documentation of test results and as-built drawings.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow site HSE rules and ensure safe electrical work practices.

• Conduct toolbox talks related to electrical safety and lock-out/tag-out procedures.

Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers for electrical scope.

• Report daily progress and technical issues to the Site Manager and Project Engineer.

• Support material planning and tracking of electrical equipment deliveries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in solar PV or power plant electrical installation.

• Experience with BESS or medium-voltage systems is a strong advantage.

• Knowledge of Philippine Electrical Code and grid interconnection requirements.

• Able to read and interpret electrical drawings and single-line diagrams.

• Willingness to work full-time at project site in the Philippines.

Additional Information

We offer the following to qualified candidates:

• Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks
• Competitive salary package
• Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies
• Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.